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The best smart speakers according to Amazon reviewers

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If you’re searching for a new smart speaker, the market is flooded with options. Whether you’re looking to spend your time listening to music outside, or you’re in search for the perfect indoor music solution, or both, there are hundreds of smart speakers for you to choose from.

For something entry-level with enough sound to fill a small room, perhaps DOSS, an Amazon bestseller priced at $29, is a good choice. If you prefer something more high-end that fills your entire home with premium sound, consider the Multiroom Audio System bundle at $349.

At 4.1 stars, customers ranging from audiophiles to casual listeners say it’s loud when it needs to be and quickly surpassed their expectations. There are eight speakers in the B&O play lineup and the A1 is the smallest.

Despite its compact size, the Sonos One can fill two rooms with deep, rich audio. It comes with two Class-D amplifiers for continuous sound without interruption or dropouts. The 3.5-inch mid-woofer was designed to deliver deep bass that Amazon reviewers responded well to.

You control everything using the Sonos app, which consolidates all of your music libraries and playlists. You can play the same song throughout your home or customize the speakers to play a different track in each room. This Amazon best-seller can also be connected to any Alexa-enabled device so you can control the speakers with the sound of your voice.

If you’re looking for a tiny speaker to throw in your bag and take with you, this one by Sony is a perfect fit. This speaker is designed with extra bass in mind. A passive radiator works with the internal speaker to enhance low-end bass response, giving it a boost. So deep bass that’s usually nonexistant with smaller speakers isn’t lost with the Sony XB10.

There is a single driver that faces up for 360-degree sound, or you can turn the speaker toward you for more direct listening. It is neither shockproof nor fully waterproof like some of its portable competitors, but you can connect the device with an extra speaker for stereo sound, and it has up to 16 hours of battery life.

The Tap is a small, portable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enabled speaker with 360-degree full-range sound that packs a punch. The Tap was created with dual speakers and delivers crisp sound powered by Dolby Audio.

With 4.2 stars, customers are thrilled about how loud this outdoor speaker gets. Whenever it's connected to Wi-Fi you can use Alexa to access your Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, and iHeart Radio accounts for 9 hours of continuous playtime. Since it's meant to be enjoyed on the go, the Tap comes with a sling to protect it from bumps and drops.

Customers gave the JBL Pulse 2 a total of 4 out of 5 stars on Amazon, so we’re adding it to the list.

The JBL Pulse 2 delivers rich stereo sound along with an interactive light show. If you want to take the party everywhere you go, this speaker with multicolored light visuals may be the choice for you. It also features multi-device playback for an enhanced listening experience. The Link line-up includes a few different speakers at different sizes, but the Link Pulse 2 is a perfect place to start.

Bose SoundLink offers solid sound for its size, and its durability makes it perfect for trips to the park or the beach. Reviewers say that the audio is crisp and clean, even at maximum volume.

It doesn’t come with a charge out port, and you can’t pair two of them together for a wider sound range like many of its competitors. But if you’re looking for a personal, budget-friendly, mid sized Bluetooth speaker without all the bells and whistles, reviewers rated this one 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Does a 5-star speaker for under $13 sound too good to be true? Amazon reviews seem to think not. This super-portable wireless Bluetooth speaker offers excellent stereo sound and enhanced bass. Forcovr also features a built-in HD microphone for wireless calling. It can connect to your tablet or phone from up to 32 feet away. You can also play your favorite tunes from micro sd cards. Just insert and enjoy.

With over 18,000 5-star reviews, the weatherproof Oontz Angle 3 plays loud, distortion-free sound at its maximum volume. And thanks to 10 watts of peak output power, you can fill an average size room with high-quality sound.

The two precision drivers deliver clean and clear highs and mids and reviewers say the bass is spectacular. The Oontz provides up to 12 hours of battery life and is easily connected to most smart devices.

Don’t let the slim stature of this premium wireless smart speaker fool you. The unique shape of the speakers allow it to spread sound across any room. It has two 60-watt 5.5-inch bass drivers and two 1.3-inch tweeters for treble on the front. Also, it has a pretty powerful rear facing speaker on the back to fire-out spacious ambient sound no matter where you’re sitting in the room.

You can control your music using the touch panel on the A6 or wirelessly using the BeoMusic app for both Android and iOS. If you have more than one smart speaker, you can enjoy a different song in every room, or you can connect all your spaces for a singular music experience with the A6. It is perfect if you have your music stored in different libraries as it works with a wide range of streaming services and with an average 4.2 stars, it’s worth every penny.

This speaker has jaw dropping sound quality, loud volume, and is shock resistant — perfect for traveling, hiking, and even taking a shower. It’s completely waterproof and flawlessly pairs with iOs and Android devices. With a total sound output of 10 watts, this speaker can fill your room with unbelievably loud sound according to Amazon reviewers. It has a 4.4 star rating so chances are, you’ll be more than satisfied with this choice.

The Chromecast is an incredible speaker add-on for people who want the ultimate household listening experience. Chromecast Audio is a small, hockey puck-shaped device that plugs into your speakers for streaming music over a Wi-Fi connection, transforming your old not-so-smart speakers into new smart ones you can control using your device.

Once connected, you control music output using the Chromecast app on your phone, tablet, or computer, giving you access to Spotify, Pandora, iHeart radio, Google Play Music, and YouTube.

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